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$76+ Cheap flights from Richmond to Louisville (RIC - SDF)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RIC — SDF
abr. 20 — abr. 271
dom. 4/20
dom. 4/27
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Richmond Byrd Intl to Louisville Intl are usually found in September or August, booked 21 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Tuesday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Richmond to Louisville

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Richmond (RIC) to Louisville (SDF). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated abril 15, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$233
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$100
(Mytrip)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$377
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Cheapest flights from Richmond to Louisville
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Richmond to Louisville. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on abril 15, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 5/124:58 pmRIC - SDF
1 stop19h 05mSpirit Airlines
jue. 5/1511:23 amSDF - RIC
1 stop6h 13mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/14$150
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 5/216:18 pmRIC - SDF
1 stop6h 00mAmerican Airlines
dom. 5/256:15 amSDF - RIC
1 stop3h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/15$233
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 5/135:30 amRIC - SDF
1 stop4h 42mDelta
jue. 5/157:09 pmSDF - RIC
1 stop3h 58mDelta
Deal found 4/14$242
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 5/306:00 amRIC - SDF
2 stops33h 52mMultiple Airlines
lun. 6/26:48 pmSDF - RIC
1 stop25h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/15$264
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 6/198:15 pmRIC - SDF
1 stop4h 10mSouthwest
sáb. 6/215:30 amSDF - RIC
2 stops10h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 4/13$342
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 9/310:35 amRIC - SDF
2 stops11h 49mUnited Airlines
dom. 9/76:15 amSDF - RIC
1 stop6h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/14$439
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 10/3012:24 pmRIC - SDF
3 stops20h 34mBreeze Airways
dom. 11/22:55 pmSDF - RIC
2 stops17h 53mBreeze Airways
Deal found 4/14$765

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Richmond to Louisville that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated abril 15, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Richmond to Louisville that are best for you.

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RichmondLouisville

RIC - SDF

RICSDF

Richmond Byrd Intl

lun. 5/12

4:58 pm-12:03 pm

1 stop19h 05m

Louisville Intl

jue. 5/15

11:23 am-5:36 pm

1 stop6h 13m

$150

RichmondLouisville

RIC - SDF

RICSDF

Richmond Byrd Intl

mié. 5/21

6:18 pm-12:18 am

1 stop6h 00m

Louisville Intl

dom. 5/25

6:15 am-10:08 am

1 stop3h 53m

$233

RichmondLouisville

RIC - SDF

RICSDF

Richmond Byrd Intl

mar. 5/13

5:30 am-10:12 am

1 stop4h 42m

Louisville Intl

jue. 5/15

7:09 pm-11:07 pm

1 stop3h 58m

$242

RichmondLouisville

RIC - SDF

RICSDF

Richmond Byrd Intl

vie. 5/30

6:00 am-3:52 pm

2 stops33h 52m

Louisville Intl

lun. 6/2

6:48 pm-8:46 pm

1 stop25h 58m

$264

RichmondLouisville

RIC - SDF

RICSDF

Richmond Byrd Intl

jue. 6/19

8:15 pm-12:25 am

1 stop4h 10m

Louisville Intl

sáb. 6/21

5:30 am-3:40 pm

2 stops10h 10m

$342

RichmondLouisville

RIC - SDF

RICSDF

Richmond Byrd Intl

mar. 4/29

4:43 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop5h 47m

Louisville Intl

sáb. 5/3

10:08 am-1:48 pm

1 stop3h 40m

$447

RichmondLouisville

RIC - SDF

RICSDF

Richmond Byrd Intl

mié. 5/14

4:58 pm-10:18 am

1 stop17h 20m

$76

RichmondLouisville

RIC - SDF

RICSDF

Richmond Byrd Intl

mié. 5/14

4:58 pm-8:19 am

1 stop15h 21m

$100

RichmondLouisville

RIC - SDF

RICSDF

Richmond Byrd Intl

jue. 7/10

7:04 am-1:49 pm

1 stop6h 45m

$128

RichmondLouisville

RIC - SDF

RICSDF

Richmond Byrd Intl

vie. 4/18

8:57 am-8:37 pm

1 stop11h 40m

$172

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Compare providers for flights from Richmond to Louisville

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Richmond to Louisville in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Richmond-Louisville flights, users find the pricing of Mytrip to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip Users can find the same prices on Richmond-Louisville flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Richmond-Louisville flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Richmond-Louisville flights, Cheapflights users trust Mytrip the most. Mytrip has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Richmond-Louisville flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Richmond to Louisville

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Louisville from Richmond with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Richmond to Louisville

How far ahead should I book a flight from Richmond to Louisville?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Richmond to Louisville. Price data was last updated on April 11, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Richmond to Louisville, you should look to book at least 21 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Richmond to Louisville?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Richmond to Louisville (average of $299). Flying from Richmond to Louisville in April is currently the most expensive (average of $369). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from RIC to SDF?

Find hourly flight availability from Richmond to Louisville. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated abril 15, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Richmond to Louisville in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 20% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

Rainfall in Louisville by month

Plan your trip to Louisville by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Louisville ranges from 3.1 - 5.3 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.3 in. September is typically the driest time to visit Louisville when rainfall is around 3.1 in.

Temperature in Louisville by month

Plan your trip to Louisville by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Louisville, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 78.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 35.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Louisville

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Louisville. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Louisville. Reviews last updated abril 15, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Richmond to Louisville, see what other customers have to say about Southwest, Delta and United Airlines. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,279 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,279 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,279 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,918 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,279 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,658 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,279 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,279 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
7,921 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,279 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Richmond to Louisville. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Richmond to Louisville round-trip?

    According to our current data, American Airlines ($233), Delta ($240), and Spirit Airlines ($242) offers the cheapest pricing from Richmond to Louisville. American Airlines is currently priced 33% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Richmond to Louisville one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Spirit Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $103. Delta flights start at $119 while deals on United Airlines start at $229 one-way.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Richmond to Louisville that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Richmond to Louisville flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Richmond to Louisville?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Richmond to Louisville.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Richmond to Louisville?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Richmond to Louisville by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Richmond to Louisville?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Richmond to Louisville (average of $299). Flying from Richmond to Louisville in April is currently the most expensive (average of $369). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 5 airlines flying from Richmond to Louisville

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Richmond to Louisville. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated abril 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$139Average$158FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$241Average$346FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$246Average$339FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$252Average$433FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$276Average$406FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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